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leucophore

Term ID
ZFA:0009261
Synonyms
  • guaninophores
  • guanophore
Definition
A pigment cell derived from the neural crest. Contains uric acid or other purine crystals deposited in stacks called leucosomes. The crystals reflect light and this gives a white appearance under white light. These cells express purine nucleoside phosphorylase 4a.
Appears at
Unknown
Evident until
Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References
  • CL:0000571
  • TAO:0009261
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Expression
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Phenotype
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